Dr. Ryan Beck, MD
Contact & Location
Paducah, KY 42001
Dr. Ryan Beck is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paducah, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Beck has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#42 in Kentucky) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Beck performs near average in knee (34 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Beck's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Paducah is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Paducah area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Beck also maintains hospital privileges in KY and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Dr. Beck's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 before settling at 50 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Beck's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Beck Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beck's recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 and stood at 50 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Beck
How does Dr. Beck's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Beck has performed 50 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beck ranks #58 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beck perform?
Dr. Beck's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beck in Paducah?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Beck represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Beck's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beck's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Beck's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 and was 50 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Beck perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Beck's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beck affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beck is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Marshall County Hospital, Massac Memorial Hospital. Dr. Beck maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Beck compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Paducah?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah, Dr. Beck ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Paducah has 196 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beck practices?
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Baptist Health Paducah (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Marshall County Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Paducah, Kentucky
Dr. Beck's 50 Medicare procedures are below the Paducah average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Paducah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shiraz Patel | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Deweese | 132 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Kern | 81 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Philip Hunt | 34 | Hip, Knee |
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